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Metro
01-08-2025
- Business
- Metro
‘Incredible' fast food chain from Australia to open 100 new UK stores
It's been called 'the best Mexican on the market' – and now this Aussie-born favourite is planning to take over the UK. The popular fast food chain Zambrero, known for its customisable burritos and burrito bowls, is set to open 100 new UK restaurants by 2030. The Mexican-inspired chain first launched in London in 2021 and has since expanded to 13 locations, including Manchester, Birmingham, Essex and Reading. But it's not stopping there. Zambrero has confirmed more UK sites are on the way next year, including its very first Scottish location. 'We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years – and now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030,' Emily Teh, CEO of Zambrero UK, said. So, what's on the Zambrero menu? Customers can build their own burritos and bowls, nachos and quesadillas from a range of fillings, including pulled pork, chicken, cauliflower and spicy black rice, with salsa, cheese, sour cream and guacamole to top it off. Prices start from around £10 for a small burrito or burrito bowl, with larger sizes coming in closer to around £13. It'll also cost you extra for chips and guac, and churros. Zambrero is probably best known for its burritos and burrito bowls, and some customers have called them the best around. One reviewer raved on TikTok about the Manchester location, calling it 'incredible' and claiming it had 'the best burrito in town'. Founded in Canberra, Australia, in 2005, Zambrero has become the largest Mexican restaurant chain in both Australia and Ireland. With more than 300 global sites, it's now aiming to expand into the UK lunch scene. Social media is filled with praise, and TripAdvisor reviews are equally glowing. 'An absolute must go. I have 3 / 5 of my lunches there. Best Mexican on the market,' one customer wrote. Another called it 'the perfect work lunch spot', and if the expansion goes to plan, you might be seeing one open near your office sooner than you think. It's not the only popular fast food chain expanding in the UK. One burger joint from the Netherlands is also planning to open 100 new UK sites. More Trending Fat Phill's, which is said to be home to Amsterdam's 'best burger', quietly launched in Clapham Junction in London at the end of 2024, serving up smash burgers, American-style sandwiches, loaded fries and mac and cheese. The chain, also known as Fat Phill's Diner, is still relatively new, having only been founded in 2019 by Armin Vahabian, but it's already got 18 locations across the Netherlands. It's been brought over here by Freshly Baked Ltd, the franchisor behind pretzel joint Auntie Anne's UK, and as part of this deal, there are plans to open several more sites on London high streets in the near future and develop up to 100 sites nationwide over the next 10 years. View More » Multiple sites also look set to roll out across Ireland by 2030. Zambrero has 13 different stores across five UK locations. These include: London: Cannon Street, Eastcheap, Kentish Town, Battersea, Crouch End, Twickenham Essex: Chelmsford and Loughton Reading: Queen Victoria Street Birmingham: Bull Ring and Colmore Row Manchester Cross Street and Manchester Picadilly Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: I tried McDonald's 'weirdest' McFlurry yet that 'tastes like Calpol' MORE: We found three places in London that feel just like a day at the beach MORE: 'Peak Greggs' is coming to UK — here's everything sausage roll fans should know Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Zambrero plans 100 restaurants in UK by 2030
Australian quick-service restaurant chain Zambrero has announced a franchise recruitment initiative in the UK. The goal is to open 100 locations by 2030. The brand, which serves a range of Mexican-inspired dishes, made its UK debut in 2021 with a restaurant in Kentish Town, London. Since then, it has expanded to 13 locations including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading and Essex. In line with these expansion efforts, Zambrero has partnered with three franchisees who are set to launch new outlets by summer 2026, including the chain's first restaurant in Scotland, as reported by The Caterer. This growth initiative will create 1,500 full and part-time jobs. Zambrero UK is looking for additional franchise partners, multi-site operators and area developers to support its growth across various formats, including traditional dining establishments and drive-through locations. Founded in 2005 by Dr Sam Prince, Zambrero operates more than 300 restaurants across Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, the UK and the US. Zambrero UK chief executive Emily Teh told The Caterer:'We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years – and now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030. 'We also have opportunities for area developers to join us and help us achieve our growth plans. 'When you join Zambrero as a franchise partner, you become part of our 'Zam Fam' and make a commitment to partnering with us to bring an incredible experience to our customers every day. We're looking for passionate franchise partners who can open multiple restaurants.' "Zambrero plans 100 restaurants in UK by 2030" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Scottish Sun
31-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major fast food chain ‘better than Taco Bell' set to open first ever Scottish restaurant
The chain has gained popularity for its customisable burritos and bowls GRUBS UP Major fast food chain 'better than Taco Bell' set to open first ever Scottish restaurant Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR fast-food chain is set to open its first-ever Scottish restaurant as part of huge expansion plans. Zambrero is a popular Australian franchise famous for its customisable burritos and bowls, and many fans have hailed it as being "better than Taco Bell". Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Zambrero has announced huge expansion plans across the UK Credit: Sportsfile 3 And it includes opening up its first-ever Scottish restaurant Credit: HANDOUT The Mexican-inspired chain now has 13 restaurants across the country after entering the UK market back in 2021. Bosses launched at their first branch in London, and the other 12 quickly followed. However, Zambrero has over 300 restaurants spanning across Australia, New Zealand, the US, Ireland and England. And the firm is now planning to open 100 more restaurants across Britain by 2030. This would create around 1,500 jobs in the process. But even sooner than that, an undisclosed number of other sites are planned to open across the UK over the next year. We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years. And now is the right time for us to expand Emily Teh This includes plans for Zambrero to open its first-ever Scottish location. Although it is currently unclear where exactly in Scotland the new restaurant will be based. Emily Teh, CEO of Zambrero UK, told The Caterer: 'We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years. "And now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030." McDonald's Spices Up Breakfast: Spicy McMuffin, New Sweets & Summer Meal Deals She added that the business is on the lookout for more area developers and franchise partners to support its expansion goals. Aussie philanthropist Dr Sam Prince founded Zambrero 25 years ago when he was a 21-year-old medical student. At the time, he had less than £12,000 in savings, according to the chain's website. And while it has taken longer to make its mark in the UK, it is already the largest Mexican restaurant franchise in Ireland. The fast food chain also has a "Plate 4 Plate" initiative, whereby a meal is donated to someone in need for every burrito or bowl bought. So far, Zambrero has donated over 93 million meals - a sum expected to reach 100 million later this year. It comes as the business secured a £141m investment from Metric Capital Partners in February 2023. In recent years, people on social media have lined up to taste-test Zambrero against Taco Bell and Wahaca.
Scottish Sun
30-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Massive fast food chain that rivals Taco Bell & Wahaca is opening 100 restaurants in UK
The chain has gained popularity for its customisable burritos and bowls GRUBS UP Massive fast food chain that rivals Taco Bell & Wahaca is opening 100 restaurants in UK Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MEXICAN-inspired fast food chain is set to open 100 restaurants across the UK by 2030. Popular Aussie franchise Zambrero entered the UK market in 2021 with a London site, quickly expanding to 12 more across England. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Zambrero plans to open 100 more restaurants in the UK Credit: zAMBRERO Zambrero - known for its customisable burritos and bowls - runs over 300 restaurants in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Ireland and England. While it boasts the title of the largest Mexican restaurant franchise in Ireland, Zambrero is yet to make its mark across the rest of the UK. The chain currently has 13 restaurants around London, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading and Essex. But within the next 12 months, Zambrero plans to open an undisclosed number of other sites - including its first branch in Scotland. By 2030, the chain aims to reach its target of 100 restaurants in the UK, a move expected to create 1,500 jobs. The business' renewed expansion drive includes signing its first three franchise partners. Emily Teh, CEO of Zambrero UK, told The Caterer: 'We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years – and now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030." She added the business is on the lookout for more area developers and franchise partners to support its expansion goals. Zambrero was founded in 2005 by Aussie philanthropist Dr Sam Prince, then a 21-year-old medical student with less than £12,000 in savings, according to the chain's website. The fast food chain has a "Plate 4 Plate" initiative, whereby a meal is donated to someone in need for every burrito or bowl bought. Pub chain collapses into administration as SIX sites shut their doors for good and 159 job losses Zambrero has so far donated over 93 million meals - a sum expected to reach 100 million later this year. It comes as the business secured a £141m investment from Metric Capital Partners in February 2023. In recent years, people on social media have lined up to taste-test Zambrero against Taco Bell and Wahaca. Meanwhile, Slim Chickens, a major American fast food chain, recently opened four new restaurant sites in the UK. The US franchise started in the Deep South in 2003 and expanded to the UK in 2020. The business announced plans to open 16 more UK sites over the next year in February. The first Slim Chickens site opened on June 26 on 39-40 Wind Street in Swansea. The second branch opened in Ealing, West London, on July 2, followed by a branch in Walton on July 10. The fourth opened in Birmingham's Utilita Arena on July 24.
The Sun
30-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Massive fast food chain that rivals Taco Bell & Wahaca is opening 100 restaurants in UK
A MEXICAN-inspired fast food chain is set to open 100 restaurants across the UK in the next few years. Popular Aussie franchise Zambrero entered the UK market in 2021 with a London site, quickly expanding to 12 more across England. 2 Zambrero - known for its customisable burritos and bowls - runs over 300 restaurants in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Ireland and England. While it boasts the title of the largest Mexican restaurant franchise in Ireland, Zambrero is yet to make its mark across the rest of the UK. The chain currently has 13 restaurants around London, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading and Essex. But within the next 12 months, Zambrero plans to open an undisclosed number of other sites - including its first branch in Scotland. By 2030, the chain aims to reach its target of 100 restaurants in the UK, which is expected to create 1,500 jobs. This move is part of the business' renewed expansion drive, which includes the signing of its first three franchise partners. Emily Teh, CEO of Zambrero UK, told The Caterer: 'We've had a lot of interest in the brand during the last couple of years – and now is the right time for us to expand through our franchise partners and work towards opening 100 restaurants by 2030." She added the business is on the lookout for more area developers and franchise partners to support its expansion goals. Zambrero was founded by Aussie philanthropist Dr Sam Prince, who opened the first restaurant in 2005 as a 21-year-old medical student with less than £12,000 in savings, according to the chain's website. The fast food chain has a "Plate 4 Plate" initiative, whereby a meal is donated to someone in need for every burrito or bowl bought. Zambrero has so far donated over 93 million meals - a sum expected to reach 100 million later this year. It comes as the business secured a £141m investment from Metric Capital Partners in February 2023. Meanwhile, Slim Chickens, a major American fast food chain, recently opened four new restaurant sites in the UK. The US franchise started in the Deep South in 2003 and expanded to the UK in 2020. The business announced plans to open 16 more UK sites over the next year in February. The first Slim Chickens site opened on June 26 on 39-40 Wind Street in Swansea. The second branch opened in Ealing, West London, on July 2, followed by a branch in Walton on July 10. The fourth opened in Birmingham 's Utilita Arena on July 24. 2
